How Lighting Effects Your Well-Being—& How Lighting Control Can Help

Are Your Lights Helping or Harming Your Health? 

Sleeping well, reducing stress, and eating mindfully—these are all keys to living a long, healthy life. 

But what if we told you your home’s lighting could be getting in the way of these healthy habits? 

By now, it’s common knowledge that lighting has a significant influence on our mental and physical well-being. Seasonal affective disorder is all too common throughout our Pennsylvania winters. Blue light is known to disrupt sleep, and red light therapy is popular for its healing benefits. 

So if the sun and screens are influencing our mental health, why wouldn’t our home’s lights? The truth is, your home’s lighting does alter your circadian rhythm and well-being. Lights that are too dim and warm during the day can lead one to feel fatigued and depressed, while bright, cool-toned lights at night inspire anxiety and restless nights. 

That’s why people are swapping out their standard light bulbs and switches for a lighting control system that provides the best of both worlds. Here’s why homeowners in Montgomery County, PA, are embracing smart lighting control. 

SEE ALSO: 4 Bright Benefits of Smart Lighting Control Systems 

What the Science Says 

Lighting is proven to be a key factor in circadian rhythms—the natural biological clock that regulates when we’re alert, hungry, and tired. Bright, morning light tells our minds to be creative and active. Warm, golden hues like a sunset or flame cue our brains to produce melatonin and prepare for bed. 

When your circadian rhythm is thrown off, it can wreak havoc on your mood and sleep schedule. That’s why airlines are exploring adding circadian lighting to their planes to help travelers combat jet lag! 

Research shows that various lighting settings and conditions can reduce stress, improve moods, and lead to deeper sleep. A study by Dr. Rahul Suresh Honrao published in 2024 found that 90 percent of participants experienced increased energy levels with bright, blue-toned light, while warm lighting promoted relaxation and lower cortisol levels. 

But with regular light bulbs, you’re stuck with either warm or cool lighting all day long. To enjoy both throughout your home, you’ll need the power of smart lighting control. 

Replicate Natural Light with Lighting Control 

You can buy red and amber-hued light bulbs for sleep and seasonal affective disorder. But then you’re left with a red light in the bedroom all the time. 

Instead, a smart lighting system automatically adjusts smart LEDs to change their brightness and color temperature. It syncs every fixture and room throughout your house, gradually adjusting the lights to follow your circadian rhythm and match light conditions outdoors. 

As the sun starts to set, your home’s lights are already shifting to a cozy, amber tone. To make an adjustment, you can simply open your system app or tap a button on the wall.  

Human-Centric Lighting by Lutron 

Lutron is a world-renowned lighting control brand at the forefront of human-centric and circadian lighting. With a Lutron system, all your lights will communicate to a central controller, responding instantly to your commands and automated schedules. 

Lutron’s control systems and fixtures are considered the pinnacle of modern technology. These aren’t cheap DIY solutions. Lutron systems also let you sync smart lights with motorized shades, thermostats, and more for the ultimate comfort at home. 

Bring Human-Centric Lighting to Your Montgomery County Home 

Ready to feel your best and see your home in a new light? 

Sound Xperience is a certified Lutron dealer in Jenkintown, PA. Contact us here to learn more about lighting control for wellness and to install your new system today!